Microphones
Need help selecting and purchasing the correct microphone for your needs and application? Here are some helpful information and frequently asked questions about microphones.
We offer a comprehensive selection of microphones from world-class brands such as Shure Audio, Audio Technica, Blue Mics, Sennheiser, AKG, Electro-Voice, Samson, Beyerdynamic, Audix, MXL, Astatic, Lectrosonics, Sony, CAD Audio, MiPro, Line 6, Samson, Galaxy Audio, RF Venue, Countryman, Xvive Audio and more. We carry a huge inventory of handheld, headset, lavaliere, instrument, drum, hanging, boundary, recording, and test microphones, cables, windscreens, microphone mounts, connectors, parts, stands, and accessories.
Most often customers are using their microphones for vocals, miking an instrument or amplifier, recording or podcasting. These are some go-to industry-standard microphone brands and models that won’t let you down, they are very cost-effect and will last for years.
Best and most often used live performance vocal microphone?
The legendary Shure SM58 cardioid vocal microphone tailored to deliver warm and clear vocal reproduction. It has a brightened mid-range tailored for vocals and bass roll-off, a pneumatic shock mount system, and a built-in spherical wind and pop filter. With a classic, timeless sound that is both rich and clear, the SM58 is the vocal microphone of choice for legends and contemporary performers alike.
What’s a good all-around microphone for my amplifier, drums, live sound, and recording applications?
The Shure SM57 is the world's single most versatile microphone. On the live stage or in the studio, the SM57 captures every sound from powerful playing to nuanced performance. The Shure SM57 is a low-impedance cardioid dynamic microphone, rugged, versatile and bulletproof, and the most commonly used in live sound reinforcement and studio recording.
What’s a good quality, easy to use, and affordable microphone I can use for recording in my studio or home recording setup?
The are many cost-effective studio microphones, we find that the most versatile and super cost-effective is the Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone. The price and performance standard in side-address studio condenser microphone technology; ideal for home-studio applications. Its low-mass diaphragm is custom-engineered for extended frequency response and superior transient response. With rugged construction for durable performance, the microphone offers a wide dynamic range and handles high SPLs with ease.
What’s the best podcasting microphone that I can plug directly into my USB port on my computer?
The Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ cardioid condenser USB microphone, it features a built-in headphone jack with volume control that allows you to directly monitor your microphone signal with no delay. It also offers mix control that blends microphone and pre-recorded audio. The microphone's cardioid pickup pattern delivers excellent off-axis rejection, while its A/D converter with a 16-bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate ensures extremely articulate sound reproduction.
The most important thing to ask yourself when choosing a microphone is, what is the application, or how do you plan on using it? Will it be on the live stage for vocals, miking your amp, or to miking an instrument? Is it intended for studio recording, podcasting, broadcast, stadium announcements? You want to match your microphone to the environment, user, pattern coverage, frequency response, sound pressure level (SPL), and other important mic performance characteristics.
Not sure what microphone to buy?
Let one of our friendly, knowledgeable sound engineers help you find the right microphone that matches your budget and needs, they will guide you through the most important characteristics of the many different microphone brands, types, models, and price ranges.
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Choosing A Microphone
Most people feel overwhelmed when trying to choose the right microphone. Don’t worry. With over 100 years of collective audio design experience, we’ve got you covered.
1. Select Microphone
Choose from the selection of microphones from world-class brands below that you feel will best meet your needs. Don’t worry, this is just a starting point.
2. Customize with a Sales Engineer
One of our Sales Engineers will guide you in finalizing a product selection that is tailored to your application and budget.
3. Purchase the Right Mic for You
Feel confident knowing that the microphone you have purchased is designed by a qualified audio engineer and will work - exactly the way you need it.
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Sennheiser BA 2015 Rechargeable Battery Pack
The Sennheiser BA 2015 rechargeable battery pack powers bodypack transmitters and receivers of the evolution wireless G3 100, 300 and 500 Series, 2000 Series, Tourguide SK 2020-D and EK 1039.
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JTS CM-801B Omni-Directional Single Ear Headset Microphone - Black
The JTS CM-801B is a single ear hook sub miniature omni directional microphone. Designed with a condenser capsule of diameter 2.5 mm using JTS advanced Electret Condenser Microphone technology making it ideal for theater, production and broadcasting.List $99.00Price $89.00Savings $10.00 (10%) -
AKG P4 High-Performance Dynamic Instrument Microphone
The Perception P4 high-performance dynamic instrumental microphone delivers intense sound for use on drums, percussion, wind instruments and guitar amps.
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Rolls PB223 Dual Phantom Power Adapter
The Rolls PB223 is for powering phantom powered microphones with either 12 or 48 VDC. The unit uses a 100kHz switching power supply to eliminate noise generated by common power supplies and has a pull-down resistors so it will work with any mixer.List $109.00Price $89.00Savings $20.00 (18%) -
MIPRO MU-55LX Omnidirectional Condenser Lavaliere Microphone
The MIPRO MU-55LX omnidirectional condenser lavaliere microphone is ideal for AV presenters, instructors, and ministers, as well as those involved in theater and broadcasting. Its small size, natural sound, dependability, and affordability are the key features of this superior microphone.
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Atlas Sound MWOEM Wireless Over Ear Microphone for MWBPT Wireless Transmitter
The Atlas Sound MWOEM is an over the ear mic with a mini-XLR cable designed for use with the MWBPT belt pack transmitter and MWRCVR wireless receiver as part of a wireless microphone system.
List $117.99Price $97.99Savings $20.00 (17%) -
AKG MPA V L Phantom Power Adapter
Phantom power adapter with XLR connector for L type MicroMic microphones with integrated bass roll-off switch.
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RF Venue 2x1SPLIT Passive Signal Splitter/Combiner
The RF Venue 2x1SPLIT is used to make an 8 channel IEM combiner, create a distributed antenna system, or to tap into your spectrum analyzer to get more insight into your setup.
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VocoPro UHF-BP1 Wireless Headset and Bodypack for UHF-3200, UHF-3205, UHF-5800, UHF-5805 and UHF-8800 Wireless Microphone Systems
Optional headset for UHF-3200, UHF-3205, UHF-5800, UHF-5805 and UHF-8800 wireless microphone systems.
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Audix OM3 Multi-Purpose Vocal and Instrument Dynamic Microphone
The Audix OM3 is a vocal dynamic microphone used for a wide variety of stage, home, and studio applications. This microphone has clear and accurate sound reproduction, resistance to feedback, and the ability to handle very high SPLs without distortion.List $119.00Price $99.00Savings $20.00 (17%) -
Sennheiser E 835 Live Vocal Microphone
The Sennheiser E 835 Live Vocal Microphone is a dynamic cardioid microphone designed for speech and vocals. -
Sennheiser e 609 Silver Super-Cardioid Instrument Microphone
The super-cardioid e 606 instrument microphone has been specially developed for miking guitar cabs face on and extremely close to the signal source.
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Gemini GMU-M200 UHF Dual Wireless Handheld Microphone System
The Gemini GMU-M200 is a UHF Wireless System with two dynamic handheld microphones and a wireless receiver. This expandable Plug & Play system will meet all your wireless needs with USB rechargeable batteries and a long-distance wireless connection, just plug in and power on and you’re ready to rock. Gemini’s GMU Wireless system is perfect for many applications, including but not limited to Karaoke, Busking, Weddings, Conferences, Streaming, and Podcasting.List $99.99Price $99.95 -
Sennheiser E 835-S Dynamic Cardioid Vocal Microphone
Dynamic cardioid microphone designed for speech and vocals. With a solid sound that cuts through high volumes on stage. Intended for home recording, semi-pro studios and live sound applications. Extra on/off switch.
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Galaxy Audio GT-V Trek Series Portable Wireless Lavalier Microphone System
The Galaxy Audio Trek GT-V is a user-friendly, battery powered compact wireless microphone system. Getting rich, clear, articulate audio while recording video can be especially difficult when standing away from the microphone. The Galaxy Trek wireless lavalier microphone transmits seamlessly to the Trek wireless receiver, which simply plugs into the 3.5mm headphone jack of your smartphone, delivering quality audio to your video recording.
List $149.99Price $99.99Savings $50.00 (33%) -
Galaxy Audio GT-Q Portable 2.4 GHz Guitar Wireless System
The Galaxy Audio GT-Q portable, wireless 1/4" cable transmitter offers a lightweight design and high fidelity sound for electric instruments with 1/4" outputs such as electric guitar, electric bass, and more.
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Switchcraft RMAS1 3 Way Mic Splitter
The Switchcraft RMAS1 is a passive 3-way transformer isolated microphone splitter ideal for sending a single balanced audio input to 3 unique destinations.
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ART ProSplit Transformer Isolated Mic Splitter
The ART ProSplit Transformer Isolated Mic Splitter provides one direct output and one transformer isolated output from a single microphone. Applications include sending the direct output to the main or Front-of-House mixer, with the second isolated output being sent to a monitor or recording mixer.
List $143.00Price $99.99Savings $43.01 (30%) -
Galaxy Audio GT-S Portable 2.4 GHz Wireless Headset Microphone System
The Galaxy Audio Trek wireless headset microphone transmits seamlessly to the Trek wireless receiver, which simply plugs into the 3.5 mm headphone jack of your smartphone, delivering quality audio to your video recording.
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MIPRO MU-53HNX Cardioid Condenser Headset Microphone
The Mipro MU-53HNX cardioid condenser headworn microphone is ideal for applications that require clear and natural vocal audio such as theatrical performances, houses of worship, broadcast studios, performers, AV presenters, and aerobics instructors.
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sE Electronics V7 Studio-Grade Supercardioid Handheld Microphone
The sE Electronics V7 is a dynamic hand-held microphone ideal for vocal applications on the stage. Thanks to its well-balanced, neutral sound, it also allows the capture of nearly any source from electric guitar cabinets to brass instruments, drums to choir, and more - both in the studio and on the stage. -
sE Electronics V7 X Studio-Grade Supercardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
The sE Electronics V7 X is a rugged dynamic instrument microphone designed to excel on stage and in the studio, delivering detailed and powerful sounds for an acoustic guitar, electric guitar cab, bass guitar cab, orchestral + strings, piano, woodwinds, harmonica, brass, percussion, snare, toms, and vocals. -
Atlas Sound M300-HH Handheld Wired Microphone
The AtlasIED M300-HH by Atlas Sound is a high quality, universal vocal sound reinforcement Cardioid Dynamic microphone.
List $119.99Price $106.99Savings $13.00 (11%) -
Electro-Voice HM3 Omnidirectional Headworn Microphone for R300-E Wireless Bodypack System
The Electro-Voice HM3 is a high-quality omnidirectional condenser headworn microphone for the R300-E wireless system. Lightweight and comfortable, it features a double-ear headband, adjustable boom, and flexible gooseneck for precise hands-free vocal pickup.List $124.00Price $107.14Savings $16.86 (14%)
Need help selecting and purchasing the correct microphone for your needs and application? Here are some helpful information and frequently asked questions about microphones.
We offer a comprehensive selection of microphones from world-class brands such as Shure Audio, Audio Technica, Blue Mics, Sennheiser, AKG, Electro-Voice, Samson, Beyerdynamic, Audix, MXL, Astatic, Lectrosonics, Sony, CAD Audio, MiPro, Line 6, Samson, Galaxy Audio, RF Venue, Countryman, Xvive Audio and more. We carry a huge inventory of handheld, headset, lavaliere, instrument, drum, hanging, boundary, recording, and test microphones, cables, windscreens, microphone mounts, connectors, parts, stands, and accessories.
Most often customers are using their microphones for vocals, miking an instrument or amplifier, recording or podcasting. These are some go-to industry-standard microphone brands and models that won’t let you down, they are very cost-effect and will last for years.
Best and most often used live performance vocal microphone?
The legendary Shure SM58 cardioid vocal microphone tailored to deliver warm and clear vocal reproduction. It has a brightened mid-range tailored for vocals and bass roll-off, a pneumatic shock mount system, and a built-in spherical wind and pop filter. With a classic, timeless sound that is both rich and clear, the SM58 is the vocal microphone of choice for legends and contemporary performers alike.
What’s a good all-around microphone for my amplifier, drums, live sound, and recording applications?
The Shure SM57 is the world's single most versatile microphone. On the live stage or in the studio, the SM57 captures every sound from powerful playing to nuanced performance. The Shure SM57 is a low-impedance cardioid dynamic microphone, rugged, versatile and bulletproof, and the most commonly used in live sound reinforcement and studio recording.
What’s a good quality, easy to use, and affordable microphone I can use for recording in my studio or home recording setup?
The are many cost-effective studio microphones, we find that the most versatile and super cost-effective is the Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone. The price and performance standard in side-address studio condenser microphone technology; ideal for home-studio applications. Its low-mass diaphragm is custom-engineered for extended frequency response and superior transient response. With rugged construction for durable performance, the microphone offers a wide dynamic range and handles high SPLs with ease.
What’s the best podcasting microphone that I can plug directly into my USB port on my computer?
The Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ cardioid condenser USB microphone, it features a built-in headphone jack with volume control that allows you to directly monitor your microphone signal with no delay. It also offers mix control that blends microphone and pre-recorded audio. The microphone's cardioid pickup pattern delivers excellent off-axis rejection, while its A/D converter with a 16-bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate ensures extremely articulate sound reproduction.
The most important thing to ask yourself when choosing a microphone is, what is the application, or how do you plan on using it? Will it be on the live stage for vocals, miking your amp, or to miking an instrument? Is it intended for studio recording, podcasting, broadcast, stadium announcements? You want to match your microphone to the environment, user, pattern coverage, frequency response, sound pressure level (SPL), and other important mic performance characteristics.
Not sure what microphone to buy?
Let one of our friendly, knowledgeable sound engineers help you find the right microphone that matches your budget and needs, they will guide you through the most important characteristics of the many different microphone brands, types, models, and price ranges.